TikTok Settles Alabama Lawsuit: 2-Hour Daily Limit for Children and $100 Million Payment
Popular social media platform TikTok has reached a settlement in a lawsuit filed in Alabama over the excessive use by children and agreed to make a payment.
TikTok chose the path of settlement in a lawsuit it faced in the US state of Alabama on charges of encouraging children to use the platform excessively, and introduced significant restrictions for child users on the platform.
Settlement Reached in Alabama Lawsuit
TikTok management reached a settlement with the parties within the scope of the lawsuit filed in the US state of Alabama on the allegation of encouraging children to excessive use.
2-Hour Daily Usage Limit Being Implemented
While a 2-hour daily limit is being introduced for children's TikTok usage in Alabama, new regulations are coming to life.
Access Restrictions and Parental Control
Children's access to the application will be restricted at night and during school hours, and parents will be granted extensive control capabilities.
$100 Million Payment Commitment
The company agreed to make a total payment of $100 million within the scope of the lawsuit.
Payment Period and Additional Sanctions
TikTok is required to make the $100 million payment within 45 days, failing which it is anticipated to make an additional payment of up to $300 million.